Cook I - MGM Grand Detroit

MGM Springfield, LLC

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Property - MGM Grand Detroit Until 10/4/2026 1+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 5, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description
Detroit, Michigan

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB:

The Cook I is responsible for preparing and executing high volume quality dishes in our Employee Dining Room (EDR). This position requires a strong foundation in culinary techniques, with an emphasis on efficient mass production, consistent flavor profiles, and scale-appropriate presentation. The Cook I works closely with the back-of-house culinary team to deliver a nourishing and satisfying dining experience tailored to our team members, ensuring all food meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and volume timing.

THE STARTING RATE: $18.26 an hour

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

  • Maintain solid knowledge of food products and skillfully apply culinary techniques

  • Identify and safely use kitchen equipment

  • Restock kitchen supplies and food items required for service

  • Properly label and date products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation

  • Maintain solid menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation

  • Assist kitchen leadership and staff in execution of service

  • Maintain solid knowledge, understanding and preparation of base sauces, stocks and soups

  • Work as a team, assist all guests needs and inquiries

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

  • One year of food production/preparation experience in a similar high-volume restaurant setting preferred

  • Ability to work a varied shift to include weekends, holidays, and evenings


THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

  • Free meals in our employee dining room

  • Free access to our employee fitness center

  • Free parking while on shift

  • Access to a variety of company Hotel, Food and Beverage, Retail, and Entertainment Discounts

  • Various programs and networking opportunities to help you get promoted


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About this role

Summary

Prepare high-volume quality dishes, maintain safety, quality, and presentation standards.

Job title

Cook I - MGM Grand Detroit

Experience level

1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

hospitality

Location requirements

Detroit, Michigan; onsite work only

Salary

$18k+

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

culinary techniquesfood safetykitchen equipment

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

high-volume cookingculinary techniquesfood safetymass production
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Detroit, MI, USA

On-site City
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